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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that describes subjects relevant to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in online education make it possible for students in nations all around the world to take online courses. These massive open online courses are commonly free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning institutions have to consider now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can we assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As blended learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to better understand how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this increasing desire for details the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also analyzes the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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